Trucking & Logistics

Keeping Transportation Businesses on the Road to Profitability

Trucking companies and owner-operators keep America moving, yet they navigate some of the strictest IRS regulations, interstate fuel tax requirements, and operational overheads in the country. Maple Tax Consulting provides hands-on bookkeeping and tax compliance tailored specifically to commercial freight.

Key Trucking Tax Services

• Special Transportation Per Diem: Claim the maximum allowable standard DOT per diem rate for days on the road without tedious meal receipt tracking.
• Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax (Form 2290): Fast electronic filing and schedule 1 watermarked stamping for 55,000+ lb vehicles to maintain valid state registration.
• IFTA Compliance Support: Accurate fuel and mileage records reconciliation across multiple jurisdictions to prevent costly state audits.
• Tractor & Trailer Depreciation: Leverage Section 179 and MACRS depreciation on commercial motor vehicles and refrigeration units.
• Lease-Purchase & Operating Expense Write-offs: Full tracking of fuel, DEF, tires, maintenance, scales, tolls, insurance, and dispatch software.

Never Miss a Deadline

We keep your quarterly estimated payments, Form 2290 renewals, and payroll filings on schedule so your trucks stay moving legally and profitably.